St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Introduces St. Regis Estates, Welcoming the World's Most Storied Properties into the House of Astor
BETHESDA, Md., Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- St. Regis Hotels & Resorts today unveils St. Regis Estates, an ultra-exclusive brand expression reserved for legacy-rich, leisure-led estates – rarified hotels defined by significant history, expansive grounds, and extraordinary amenities.
Born from a rising desire for privacy, authenticity, and a deeper emotional connection to place, St. Regis Estates brings the House of Astor's tradition of grand estate living into the modern era. Just as generations of Astors cultivated extraordinary homes both within the city and across the countryside, their retreat estates offered another expression of their lifestyle – places where natural beauty, refined simplicity, and cultural connection created space for meaningful celebration. St. Regis Estates continues that legacy for today's luxury traveler, introducing destinations shaped by character, setting, and heritage rather than spectacle or trend.
Each Estate is selected for its historical resonance and extraordinary natural surroundings, then thoughtfully reinterpreted through the St. Regis lens. This approach creates a residential sense of intimacy paired with architectural grandeur; cultural and culinary experiences that draw directly from the land and local stories; rare, estate-only moments curated for long, leisurely stays; and service that reflects the Astor family's signature balance of warmth, discretion, and finesse. The expression champions properties whose heritage has shaped their identity over generations, honoring the vision of founders and longtime stewards while elevating their legacy with the brand's contemporary perspective.
"For the Astors, the founding family of the St. Regis brand, the ultimate luxury was retreating from the city to their country estates, where time with loved ones could be savored with exquisite ease amid settings rich in heritage and a rare sense of belonging. That ideal profoundly resonates with today's luxury traveler. With St. Regis Estates, we honor that legacy by celebrating each estate's origins and creating escapes that bring people together to embrace beauty, connection, and the simple pleasure of slowing down. Each estate is chosen for its narrative power, architectural character, and expansive, cinematic setting, offering a more enchanted and deeply residential resort experience."
George Fleck, Senior Vice President & Global Brand Leader, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts
The first St. Regis Estate will debut at The Resort at Pelican Hill, A St. Regis Estate in 2027, unveiling a new era for the iconic Newport Coast jewel. Spanning more than 500 acres, the estate invites tranquility and wellbeing: olive-tree-lined pathways, sweeping ocean views, and rolling coastal hills frame its 16th-century Italian Renaissance inspired architecture. Elegant, residential-style Bungalows and Villas are set against Southern California's dramatic natural beauty.
For its transformation into a St. Regis Estate, the resort is undergoing a thoughtful Renaissance – elevating its award-winning Tom Fazio-designed 36-hole golf courses, reimagining all Bungalows and Villas with refined new interiors, and introducing a new world-renowned Chef-led culinary experience alongside a Signature Bar and Lobby. The result is a retreat shaped as much by its landscape and lineage as by its design – created for travelers seeking environments that feel rooted, soulful, and enduring.
Additional enhancements include a renewed Coliseum Pool, a Roman-style colonnade anchoring The Spa, the debut of the Bella Vista Pool Caffè and Social Club, and an elevated Villa Clubhouse designed for longer, more leisurely stays. True to the St. Regis brand, The Resort at Pelican Hill, a St. Regis Estate will introduce signature Butler Service and hallmark rituals such as Afternoon Tea and Sabrage, each interpreted through a distinctly local California lens. Inspired by the legendary King Cole Bar, the reimagined Pelican Hill bar will feature a commissioned mural that reflects the estate's unique sense of place.
"It is an incredible honor for Pelican Hill to serve as the inaugural St. Regis Estate. This next chapter celebrates the resort's ethos as a true sanctuary – a place where guests can experience the rhythm of Southern California through art, nature, and gastronomy, elevated by the craftsmanship and service synonymous with St. Regis. We are proud that Pelican Hill will set the tone for the Estates collection, each hotel distinct in its history yet united by the same spirit of elegance, warmth, and care."
Kevin Kelly, General Manager, The Resort at Pelican Hill, a St. Regis Estate
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